As we complete our look at Colossians two today, I'll remind you that in this section of God's word, we've been studying some things that can easily distract and rip us off from what God has for us. Legalism is a common term for this problem, and it all boils down to where you place your trust - the words of men or the words of God. Too many people today are hung up on following rules and denying themselves the good things of life in order to show God how Godly they are.

Today Jim will bring us another study in the book of Colossians, as we continue a look at a very real threat to our relationship with God - legalism. These verses are well known, but often misunderstood, and that has led to a lot of misunderstanding. It doesn't have to be that way, of course.

There are certainly things in this life that we can't be too confident about. The stock market is a good example, as it has ups and downs that often times resembles a roller coaster ride. In the midst of this uncertainty, It's nice to know, that we can be confident in the really important things...namely our salvation in Christ.

Today we'll move on in our verse by verse study through Colossians as we begin a look at chapter two, verses eleven through fifteen. Here we see some very important admonitions from Paul about the difference between law and grace, and becoming a new creation in Christ, and thus showing the world the difference the Lord makes in our lives.

As we continue in Colossians two, pastor Jim will speak extensively about false teachers, and he will encourage us to pursue a life of obedience to Christ rather than chasing spiritual goose bumps. Our scripture reference today is Colossians chapter two, verses eight through ten.

Today on Growing in the Word, Pastor Jim Jarrett will continue our study through Colossians, and we'll see again a warning from Paul about such charlatans. Amazing, isn't it that these words were written so long ago, and yet have such practical application for us today!

We're currently enjoying a journey through the book of Colossians. This powerful letter is all about one wonderful fact - Jesus is Lord! Do you think God knew two thousand years ago how relevant these words would be for us today? Of course He did!

Today on Growing in the Word, our teacher, Pastor Jim Jarrett, will show us through a study of God's word, that there is only one source to turn to for help in becoming a complete person, and it isn't "self". Jesus Christ is the answer to life's problems, and the only road to completeness.

To know Jesus and His attributes is to realize that there no reason to follow any other path but the path that takes you to Him. He paid the full price for our sins, and the rewards of living a life pleasing to Him, and accepting Him as your savior are almost impossible to put into words. We're beginning a study of Colossians chapter two today, so turn there in your Bible and join us.

Today Jim returns to his series in Colossians. For quite some time now, we've been studying the first chapter of this great book, and gaining marvelous insights for our lives. This powerful letter has a central theme - the majesty and power of Jesus Christ, and the great sacrifice He made on the cross.